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Authentic Private Tea Ceremony and Samurai Tradition in Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This private tea ceremony offers a more intimate and traditional approach than many tea experiences in Kyoto. Inspired by the samurai way of tea, it focuses on the philosophy, etiquette, and cultural meaning behind the practice rather than a hands-on matcha-making workshop.
Hosted in a traditional Japanese home, guests experience tea culture in a peaceful setting while enjoying personal interaction and cultural discussion with their host. Water is heated over charcoal in accordance with traditional tea practice, preserving an atmosphere rarely experienced in modern daily life.
Designed for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Japan beyond sightseeing, this experience offers the oppo...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Matcha and Sweets
English / Spanish language support
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Nio-mon Gate
Please wait near the bus stop. Our staff member will meet you there.
Return
Authentic Private Tea Ceremony and Samurai Tradition in Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
About
This private tea ceremony offers a more intimate and traditional approach than many tea experiences in Kyoto. Inspired by the samurai way of tea, it focuses on the philosophy, etiquette, and cultural meaning behind the practice rather than a hands-on matcha-making workshop.
Hosted in a traditional Japanese home, guests experience tea culture in a peaceful setting while enjoying personal interaction and cultural discussion with their host. Water is heated over charcoal in accordance with traditional tea practice, preserving an atmosphere rarely experienced in modern daily life.
Designed for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Japan beyond sightseeing, this experience offers the oppo...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Matcha and Sweets
English / Spanish language support
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Nio-mon Gate
Please wait near the bus stop. Our staff member will meet you there.
Return
Itinerary
Experience a private Japanese tea ceremony inspired by the samurai way of tea. Your host will introduce the history, philosophy, and etiquette behind this cultural tradition before performing the tea ceremony.
Enjoy freshly whisked matcha and traditional Japanese sweets in a traditional Japanese setting. Water is heated over charcoal in accordance with traditional tea practice, creating the atmosphere and sensory experience that have been appreciated in tea gatherings for centuries.
As you observe the ceremony, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural traditions and values that continue to shape Japanese tea culture today.
This experience is designed for travelers who wish to...
